1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1960 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 693 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | XK | Herald |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 29 L |
